Newsmax Exceeds 25.4M Followers with 25% Annual Growth and Record Facebook Reach
NMAX•Newsmax reported 25.4 million social media followers, a 25% year-on-year increase led by a record 104.18 million Facebook reach in Q1 2026 (up 44% QoQ, 119% YoY). Platforms include 6.9 million Truth Social followers (+61%), 6.2 million Facebook (+22%) and the Newsmax app surpassing 13 million downloads, highlighting multi-platform growth.
1. Social Media Milestone
Newsmax achieved a new digital audience landmark by reaching 25.4 million combined social media followers, marking a 25% increase over the prior year. This surge was driven in part by a record 104.18 million unique Facebook users reached in Q1 2026, representing a 44% gain quarter-over-quarter and a 119% jump year-over-year.
2. Platform Breakdown
Growth was broad-based across emerging and established channels, with Truth Social leading at 6.9 million followers (+61% since June 2025), Facebook at 6.2 million (+22%), Twitter/X at 3.7 million (+7%), YouTube Live at 2.6 million (+8%), Instagram at 2.2 million (+13%), Gettr at 1.5 million (+25%) and TikTok climbing to 188,000 (+52%).
3. App Expansion
Beyond social platforms, the Newsmax app surpassed 13 million downloads, reflecting strong direct-to-consumer engagement. The app offers free access to Newsmax2 and Newsmax.com, as well as a paid Newsmax+ service, underscoring the company’s multi-platform distribution strategy.
